ABOUT US

The Ruff House philosophy is that a well-trained, well-informed owner makes for a good dog that can be welcomed anywhere. We focus on teaching understanding of the canine mind and the skills to achieve success when training your dog.

Commitment, consistency and patience are key.

We believe that as we live, we learn. Our own education continues with attendance and participation at events and seminars. There is no one who knows it all. We continually add to our pool of knowledge to benefit our clients and their canine companions.

If a dog is well-behaved and the family can have fun with their dog, it is far more likely to live a happy life enriching the lives of the people who love it.

WHAT RUFF HOUSE CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING

When I leave Cooper at Ruffhouse I know Ruth and Don will give him excellent care — a doggy spa vacation. Agility classes keep up our familiarity with the kennel so there’s less separation anxiety. Yeah, I’m wimpy about my pooch. He’s the first I’ve had since growing up with farm dogs. Nothing but the best for my furry buddy!”

Joanne

Our dog Lucy has been visiting Ruff House since they established their business here in the Teulon area several years ago. Lucy is a loveable Golden Retriever / Border Collie cross who lives to run and play. She is always anxious to stay with her friends at Ruff House, both canine and “other”.
We are extremely happy with the special care and attention she receives there and we greatly appreciate the excellent service Ruff House provides. We would not hesitate to recommend them to other dog owners.

Ken & Laura

Our Australian Shepherd, Lacee, was given a second chance at participating in one of her favorite activities – agility – at Ruff House. It quickly became a “safe place” for Lacee to gain confidence in herself and others, which also transferred to her neighbourhood at home. Sadly, Lacee passed away suddenly on December 24, 2011 at the age of 13. Thanks to Michelle and Ruth for giving Lacee so much enjoyment and believing that she really was a good girl at heart.
On December 28, 2011, Joey was born and little did we know another Aussie would soon be in our lives. Joey loves agility classes and “vacations” at Ruff House, which has become his second home. Joey can’t wait for all his new adventures with the Ruff House Rowdies.

Arlie

Since first opening its doors, Ruff House Boarding Kennel has provided a home away from home for our Border Collie X’s. Ruff House has taken care of our family as if they were their own. We have left them knowing they will be well exercised, well managed and loved. We leave our family with the greatest of confidence, always trusting that Don and Ruth always put the care and safety of our dogs first.
We highly recommend this 5 star resort for the care of our dogs.